Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) (U) (4678)

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Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) (U) (4678)

Salary

$16.81 - $18.49 Hourly

Location

Springfield, IL

Job Type

Civil Service

Job Number

S2308580

Department

Pediatrics Clinic-SMS

Opening Date

12/08/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME Local 370

Shift

Days

Exempt or Non_Exempt

Non-Exempt

Description

Employees in this title typically perform a variety of clinical and clerical support tasks in an outpatient clinic, under the direction of medical staff. Under the direction of licensed healthcare professionals, enters orders into the health record systems for purposes of creating records for meeting the standards and objectives for Electronic Health Records (EHR) as consistent with Meaningful Use core guidelines &/or similar regulations. 

Sign-On Bonus: Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year employment commitment for candidates identified for hire before June 20th, 2024! 

Examples of Duties

Employees in this title typically perform a variety of clinical and clerical support tasks in an outpatient clinic, under the direction of medical staff. Under the direction of licensed healthcare professionals, orders are entered into the health record systems to create records for meeting the standards and objectives for Electronic Health Records (EHR) as consistent with Meaningful Use core guidelines &/or similar regulations.

Qualifications

1)  High School graduate or equivalent; AND

2) Possession of a current/valid medical assistant certification (CMA, American Association of Medical Assistants; NCMA, National Center for Competency Testing; CCMA, National Healthcareer Associate; or RMA, American Medical Technologists)

Condition of Employment:  Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.

Supplemental Information

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at https://www.siumed.edu/police-security.  This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL.  This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the
"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.

Paid time off: Includes 13 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

For more information please visit https://www.siumed.edu/hr/siu-school-medicine-benefits 

Agency
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Address
327 West Calhoun

Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Phone
217-545-0223